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Recent Developments
New product launches
- In June 2023, Dow is a materials science company that offers a wide range of products and services, including agricultural films, construction materials, and medical, launched its new Sylgard 184 RF Encapsulant, which is designed to provide high performance and reliability for radio frequency (RF) transmitters. The encapsulant is said to be resistant to moisture, chemicals, and heat, and it can be used in a variety of applications, including industrial, medical, and automotive.
- In May 2023, Momentive Performance Materials is an American chemical company. Company's products include silicones and quartz, launched its new 9100 Series RF Encapsulants, which are said to offer superior performance and reliability for a wide range of RF applications. The encapsulants are said to be moisture-resistant, have good thermal conductivity, and be able to withstand high temperatures.
- In April 2023, BASF, a European multinational company and the largest chemical producer in the world, launched its new Elastosil 8050 RF Encapsulant, which is designed for use in high-frequency applications. The encapsulant is said to be highly transparent and have good thermal conductivity, making it ideal for use in applications where heat dissipation is important.
Acquisition and partnerships
- In 2022, Laird Technologies acquired Encapso, a provider of high-performance RF encapsulants. This acquisition will help Laird to expand its product portfolio and offer a wider range of solutions for RF transmitter applications.
- In 2021, DowDuPont acquired Hexion, a provider of epoxy resins. This acquisition will help DowDuPont to expand its offering of RF encapsulants and meet the growing demand for these products.
- In 2020, Momentive Performance Materials acquired Cytec Industries, a provider of specialty chemicals. This acquisition will help Momentive to expand its product portfolio and offer a wider range of solutions for RF transmitter applications.